Team Leader Maternal and Child Health Clinical Educator

• Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families and the community.
• Permanent full-time 38 hours per week
• $156,902 per annum plus superannuation plus on-call allowance

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

As the Team Leader Maternal and Child Health (Clinical Educator), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting the Maternal and Child Health workforce by combining clinical expertise, education leadership and operational oversight. Leading a culture of continuous learning, you will design and implement workforce development initiatives, mentor and support staff, and ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-informed services for children and families. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will contribute to workforce sustainability, service excellence and positive community outcomes.

What You’ll deliver

• Lead the development and delivery of a contemporary clinical education framework that supports safe, high-quality Maternal and Child Health practice.
• Identify workforce capability needs and design targeted education, training, mentoring and professional development programs.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision and operational support to Maternal and Child Health staff to ensure consistent and responsive service delivery.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, reflective practice, quality improvement and professional excellence.
• Lead graduate, student placement and onboarding programs to support workforce development and succession planning.
• Support workforce planning, service continuity and team performance through effective coordination and resource management.
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive and psychologically safe team environment where staff feel supported, engaged and empowered.
• Contribute to quality, risk and compliance activities, ensuring services align with Maternal and Child Health standards, legislation and professional requirements.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with universities, healthcare providers, community organisations and other stakeholders to strengthen service integration and workforce capability.
• Provide reporting, insights and data-driven recommendations to support strategic workforce planning, service improvement and long-term sustainability.

What You’ll Bring

• Registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse, Midwife and Maternal and Child Health Nurse, with qualifications recognised for practice within Victoria.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within Maternal and Child Health, with the ability to inspire, mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong clinical expertise and a passion for education, workforce development and fostering contemporary evidence-informed practice.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the capability to lead change, drive continuous improvement and support positive outcomes for children, families and staff.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check, Functional Assessment (Medical/physio)

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume.

For enquiries, contact Laura Page Head of Maternal and Child Health at lapage@casey.vic.gov.au or 0437 501 891

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 8 November 2026

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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